Signarama®, the global sign and graphics franchise part of United Franchise Group (UFG), celebrated its 40th anniversary at SARCON 2026, the brand’s annual convention held in Orlando, Florida. The milestone event brought together franchise owners, team members, leadership, and partners from across the global network for a powerful celebration of growth, innovation, and community.
A Record-Breaking Convention for the Signarama Network
This year’s SARCON marked the highest attendance in the brand’s history, reflecting the strength of Signarama’s franchise system and the continued engagement of its owners and employees. The event also debuted a 40th-anniversary documentary, highlighting Signarama’s entrepreneurial roots, four decades of evolution, and the people who helped shape the brand into a global leader in signs and graphics.
“Celebrating 40 years is about more than longevity, it’s about relevance, adaptability, and the strength of our franchise community around the world,” said A.J. Titus, President of Signarama. “SARCON this year was a powerful reflection of that strength. From record attendance to the level of engagement and innovation we saw, it reinforced that our greatest asset is our people. As we look ahead, our focus remains on fueling business growth for franchisees and strengthening the connection across our global network.”
Innovation, Recognition, and Franchisee Growth
Innovation was a key focus throughout the convention, with Signarama highlighting AI-driven advancements designed to improve operational efficiency, enhance the customer experience, and help franchisees identify new revenue opportunities. The brand also reinforced its franchisee-first strategy, centered on tools, education, and collaboration that support local business growth.
SARCON 2026 also celebrated excellence across the network, including the introduction of the Ray Titus Legacy Award and recognition of top-performing franchisees. The event supported UFG Cares as well, raising $26,000 for community assistance and emergency relief.
As Signarama enters its fifth decade, the brand continues to build on 40 years of experience while staying focused on innovation, franchisee success, and global growth.